Carrying a monopod when not in use.

Russell-Evans · 04-22-2009, 09:28 PM

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I haven't seen a monopod without a strap, so I'm going to assume it is a universal feature. The mount the strap is attached to can be used with the clip below to attach the collapsed monopod to your belt. The clip measures about 1/2 inch wide by 3 inches long.

My self supporting monopod with head weighs 2 pound 12 ounces. With the clip attached to my belt the monopod hangs straight down my leg. I can use the hook by leaving the clip on my belt when taking the monopod off or take the monopod with clip off my belt. In a pinch, you can clip it to your pants pocket instead, although I've only tried this on a pair of jeans.

I find leaving the clip on my belt works better for me as it is a one handed operation to get the monopod on and off the hook, but two a two handed operation to get the clip and monopod on my belt. I use my thumb to pull the strap up and out of the way and then use the thumb to guide the strap mount on to the hook. After a little practice, I could do this without looking.

$2.00 + shipping for three clips. Shipping was $2.50 for me.
ebay.com

Thank you
Russell

SpecialK · 04-22-2009, 10:16 PM

That seems like a decent accessory, but I just feed the strap up between my belt and pants and loop it over the monopod head. Takes a little more work, though.

Russell-Evans · 04-22-2009, 10:40 PM

Originally posted by SpecialK

That seems like a decent accessory, but I just feed the strap up between my belt and pants and loop it over the monopod head. Takes a little more work, though.

I have dunlaps disease so this won't work for me.

Thank you
Russell

Ratmagiclady · 04-22-2009, 11:03 PM

Neat. I have a monopod I just picked up with kind of an unusual bail on it that I'm hoping will work nicely with this belt clip that's meant for such things as key-rings. (I only just found this thing yesterday and haven't actually tried it.

If you have a monopodwith a bigger camera/head platform on it, you could probably use one of the belt-hoops such as police use to hold Maglites or batons, too.

Damn Brit · 04-22-2009, 11:07 PM

Originally posted by Russell-Evans

I haven't seen a monopod without a strap, so I'm going to assume it is a universal feature. The mount the strap is attached to can be used with the clip below to attach the collapsed monopod to your belt. The clip measures about 1/2 inch wide by 3 inches long.

My self supporting monopod with head weighs 2 pound 12 ounces. With the clip attached to my belt the monopod hangs straight down my leg. I can use the hook by leaving the clip on my belt when taking the monopod off or take the monopod with clip off my belt. In a pinch, you can clip it to your pants pocket instead, although I've only tried this on a pair of jeans.

I find leaving the clip on my belt works better for me as it is a one handed operation to get the monopod on and off the hook, but two a two handed operation to get the clip and monopod on my belt. I use my thumb to pull the strap up and out of the way and then use the thumb to guide the strap mount on to the hook. After a little practice, I could do this without looking.

Thank you
Russell

Originally posted by SpecialK

That seems like a decent accessory, but I just feed the strap up between my belt and pants and loop it over the monopod head. Takes a little more work, though.

I don't want to sound like your mother here guys but carrying something that weighs a pound or two like that isn't good for you. This is coming from a person with a torn disc caused by walking around with unevenly distributed weight. It ain't no fun.

Russell-Evans · 04-22-2009, 11:18 PM

Originally posted by Ratmagiclady

Neat. I have a monopod I just picked up with kind of an unusual bail on it that I'm hoping will work nicely with this belt clip that's meant for such things as key-rings. (I only just found this thing yesterday and haven't actually tried it.

If you have a monopodwith a bigger camera/head platform on it, you could probably use one of the belt-hoops such as police use to hold Maglites or batons, too.

I tied a loop with the clip and found just using the clip was easier. A loop requires two hands, first you have to get the monopod into the loop, and then there are enough ridges on the leg locks and foam pad to snag, that you pretty much have to use two hands all the way through. Flash lights and batons are pretty smooth along the shaft, so once started slip into place.

You might be able to rig up a Maglite clip in some way.

Thank you
Russell

Mike Cash · 04-23-2009, 04:35 AM

Originally posted by Russell-Evans

I have dunlaps disease so this won't work for me.

I've known a few women with Furniture Disease. I wonder if that affects their photography.

OregonJim · 04-23-2009, 08:31 AM

Originally posted by Russell-Evans

These are known as "banker's clips". You can get them in 3-packs at most any office supply store for a couple bucks.

Ratmagiclady · 04-23-2009, 08:35 AM

Originally posted by Mike Cash

I've known a few women with Furniture Disease. I wonder if that affects their photography.

My photography is certainly exacerbating my Lack Of Furniture Disease?

I guess the maglite loop idea *wouldn't* be very good for monopods with a lot of bumps and catches on them, come to think of it: I was imagining the kind with the twist-locks for that suggestion. (My monopod's also not so heavy as all that, come to think of it: it's a fairly cheap one I Ebayed for the purpose of trying out the belt-carry concept around town, and to see how much it actually gets used that way.

)

OregonJim · 04-23-2009, 08:40 AM

Originally posted by Russell-Evans

I have dunlaps disease so this won't work for me.

Thank you
Russell

Me too.

Maybe if I stuffed the monopod down the back of my shirt, it would improve my posture...

Russell-Evans · 04-23-2009, 12:12 PM

Originally posted by OregonJim

These are known as "banker's clips". You can get them in 3-packs at most any office supply store for a couple bucks.

I didn't know about Banker's clasps, so searched. The only type I can find are a single loop, not a S. Is there a S type clasp?

Thank you
Russell

OregonJim · 04-23-2009, 03:25 PM

Originally posted by Russell-Evans

I didn't know about Banker's clasps, so searched. The only type I can find are a single loop, not a S. Is there a S type clasp?

You're right - my mistake. I used to bend one side of a banker's clasp to use as a film-drying clip - your original picture looked just like one. I forgot that I 'modified' them myself...

SpecialK · 04-23-2009, 06:25 PM

Originally posted by Damn Brit

I don't want to sound like your mother here guys but carrying something that weighs a pound or two like that isn't good for you. This is coming from a person with a torn disc caused by walking around with unevenly distributed weight. It ain't no fun.

So, Gary, what about the 5 pounds of camera bag? The monopod is nothing. :-)

mithrandir · 04-23-2009, 08:08 PM

Does the monopod then slap against you with every step?

Ratmagiclady · 04-23-2009, 10:15 PM

Originally posted by mithrandir

Does the monopod then slap against you with every step?

Yeah, but you can pretend to be a Jedi Knight.

04-22-2009, 09:28 PM	#1
Russell-Evans Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 1,553	Carrying a monopod when not in use. Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. I haven't seen a monopod without a strap, so I'm going to assume it is a universal feature. The mount the strap is attached to can be used with the clip below to attach the collapsed monopod to your belt. The clip measures about 1/2 inch wide by 3 inches long. My self supporting monopod with head weighs 2 pound 12 ounces. With the clip attached to my belt the monopod hangs straight down my leg. I can use the hook by leaving the clip on my belt when taking the monopod off or take the monopod with clip off my belt. In a pinch, you can clip it to your pants pocket instead, although I've only tried this on a pair of jeans. I find leaving the clip on my belt works better for me as it is a one handed operation to get the monopod on and off the hook, but two a two handed operation to get the clip and monopod on my belt. I use my thumb to pull the strap up and out of the way and then use the thumb to guide the strap mount on to the hook. After a little practice, I could do this without looking. $2.00 + shipping for three clips. Shipping was $2.50 for me. ebay.com Thank you Russell

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04-22-2009, 10:16 PM	#2
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,481	That seems like a decent accessory, but I just feed the strap up between my belt and pants and loop it over the monopod head. Takes a little more work, though.

04-22-2009, 10:40 PM	#3
Russell-Evans Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 1,553 Original Poster	Originally posted by SpecialK That seems like a decent accessory, but I just feed the strap up between my belt and pants and loop it over the monopod head. Takes a little more work, though. I have dunlaps disease so this won't work for me. Thank you Russell

04-22-2009, 11:03 PM	#4
Ratmagiclady Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: GA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,563	Neat. I have a monopod I just picked up with kind of an unusual bail on it that I'm hoping will work nicely with this belt clip that's meant for such things as key-rings. (I only just found this thing yesterday and haven't actually tried it. If you have a monopodwith a bigger camera/head platform on it, you could probably use one of the belt-hoops such as police use to hold Maglites or batons, too.

04-22-2009, 11:07 PM	#5
Damn Brit Guest	Originally posted by Russell-Evans I haven't seen a monopod without a strap, so I'm going to assume it is a universal feature. The mount the strap is attached to can be used with the clip below to attach the collapsed monopod to your belt. The clip measures about 1/2 inch wide by 3 inches long. My self supporting monopod with head weighs 2 pound 12 ounces. With the clip attached to my belt the monopod hangs straight down my leg. I can use the hook by leaving the clip on my belt when taking the monopod off or take the monopod with clip off my belt. In a pinch, you can clip it to your pants pocket instead, although I've only tried this on a pair of jeans. I find leaving the clip on my belt works better for me as it is a one handed operation to get the monopod on and off the hook, but two a two handed operation to get the clip and monopod on my belt. I use my thumb to pull the strap up and out of the way and then use the thumb to guide the strap mount on to the hook. After a little practice, I could do this without looking. Thank you Russell Originally posted by SpecialK That seems like a decent accessory, but I just feed the strap up between my belt and pants and loop it over the monopod head. Takes a little more work, though. I don't want to sound like your mother here guys but carrying something that weighs a pound or two like that isn't good for you. This is coming from a person with a torn disc caused by walking around with unevenly distributed weight. It ain't no fun.

04-22-2009, 11:18 PM	#6
Russell-Evans Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 1,553 Original Poster	Originally posted by Ratmagiclady Neat. I have a monopod I just picked up with kind of an unusual bail on it that I'm hoping will work nicely with this belt clip that's meant for such things as key-rings. (I only just found this thing yesterday and haven't actually tried it. If you have a monopodwith a bigger camera/head platform on it, you could probably use one of the belt-hoops such as police use to hold Maglites or batons, too. I tied a loop with the clip and found just using the clip was easier. A loop requires two hands, first you have to get the monopod into the loop, and then there are enough ridges on the leg locks and foam pad to snag, that you pretty much have to use two hands all the way through. Flash lights and batons are pretty smooth along the shaft, so once started slip into place. You might be able to rig up a Maglite clip in some way. Thank you Russell

04-23-2009, 04:35 AM	#7
Mike Cash Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Japan Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,950	Originally posted by Russell-Evans I have dunlaps disease so this won't work for me. I've known a few women with Furniture Disease. I wonder if that affects their photography.

04-23-2009, 08:31 AM	#8
OregonJim Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Willamette Valley, Oregon Posts: 1,327	Originally posted by Russell-Evans These are known as "banker's clips". You can get them in 3-packs at most any office supply store for a couple bucks.

04-23-2009, 08:35 AM	#9
Ratmagiclady Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: GA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,563	Originally posted by Mike Cash I've known a few women with Furniture Disease. I wonder if that affects their photography. My photography is certainly exacerbating my Lack Of Furniture Disease? I guess the maglite loop idea wouldn't be very good for monopods with a lot of bumps and catches on them, come to think of it: I was imagining the kind with the twist-locks for that suggestion. (My monopod's also not so heavy as all that, come to think of it: it's a fairly cheap one I Ebayed for the purpose of trying out the belt-carry concept around town, and to see how much it actually gets used that way. )

04-23-2009, 08:40 AM	#10
OregonJim Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Willamette Valley, Oregon Posts: 1,327	Originally posted by Russell-Evans I have dunlaps disease so this won't work for me. Thank you Russell Me too. Maybe if I stuffed the monopod down the back of my shirt, it would improve my posture...

04-23-2009, 12:12 PM	#11
Russell-Evans Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 1,553 Original Poster	Originally posted by OregonJim These are known as "banker's clips". You can get them in 3-packs at most any office supply store for a couple bucks. I didn't know about Banker's clasps, so searched. The only type I can find are a single loop, not a S. Is there a S type clasp? Thank you Russell

04-23-2009, 03:25 PM	#12
OregonJim Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Willamette Valley, Oregon Posts: 1,327	Originally posted by Russell-Evans I didn't know about Banker's clasps, so searched. The only type I can find are a single loop, not a S. Is there a S type clasp? You're right - my mistake. I used to bend one side of a banker's clasp to use as a film-drying clip - your original picture looked just like one. I forgot that I 'modified' them myself...

04-23-2009, 06:25 PM	#13
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,481	Originally posted by Damn Brit I don't want to sound like your mother here guys but carrying something that weighs a pound or two like that isn't good for you. This is coming from a person with a torn disc caused by walking around with unevenly distributed weight. It ain't no fun. So, Gary, what about the 5 pounds of camera bag? The monopod is nothing. :-)

04-23-2009, 08:08 PM	#14
mithrandir Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Maryland Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,895	Does the monopod then slap against you with every step?

04-23-2009, 10:15 PM	#15
Ratmagiclady Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: GA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,563	Originally posted by mithrandir Does the monopod then slap against you with every step? Yeah, but you can pretend to be a Jedi Knight.